Category: Jack Russell Pet Portrait

Recently completed Commissions of a Pusscat, Jack Russell/Pug & a Fawn Boxer Dog

15/8/2016

Murphie - Large Traditional Heart Memorial portrait

Murphie sadly passed away in December 2015 at the age of 20! Her owner was looking for something special as a memorial to Murphie and came across my acrylic portraits known as Traditional Hearts. There were only a few photos of Murphie, so choosing the best one was tricky. Black & white animals can be difficult, as getting the right balance of dark and light in a photo, is a challenge.

Black and white shorthaired cat acrylic painting on a heart shaped sheet of MDF

Close up details of the yellow eyes of a black cat acrylic painting

Black and white shorthair acrylic painting being held by the Artist Karen M Berisford

I was able to recreate her portrait by providing an equal balance of colour and detail, whilst ensuring perspectives were kept in check.

Acrylic painting of Murphie the british shorthair traditional heart in situ

Finally at home

"Murphie arrived home safe and sound this afternoon and what can I say. The photos were fantastic but she is even better now I can see her in "close up". I always knew it would be hard to lose Murphie after having her in my life for 20 years but I didn't fully appreciate just how big of a hole she would leave behind. Your painting has given me little bit of my girl back and I can't seem to tear my eyes away from it at the moment. I attach a photo so that you can see that she arrived unscathed and thank you again for everything. You made the process so easy from start to finish and you took good care of my girl and have created a truly fitting memorial to her and for that I am so grateful"

Bailey - 10" x 12" Coloured pencil pet portrait

Bailey is the second portrait completed in Coloured pencils for his Mum after heartbreakingly losing both Bailey and Casey (the first portrait) in close succession of each other and was gifted both portraits by a good friend. Bailey was originally sat on a green stripey rug but I thought it would suit the portraits if they were both sat on the same wooden

" Bailey just arrived! Well, about 15 minutes of tape removal ago. We are so chuffed! Bailey was loved by all of us, but loves my husband best, he was over the moon! We are blessed by your talent!
I just love him! Thank you so much! xxxx"

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Obe - 11" x 14" Boxer Dog Acrylic painting

I was asked to create an acrylic painting of a Boxer dog called Obie, as a surprise gift from friends online to a lady in the USA. The reference photo was a beautiful pose and of great quality, so I was able to gather lots of detail to be able to create this special memorial painting of him.

Detail in an acrylic painting of a Boxer dog portrait

My acrylic paintings are created using a mixture of vibrant colour and sometimes I will include a medium or two, which provides texture. The background texture was created with moulding paste and applied with a palette knife. Nearly 40 Facebook friends clubbed together to book this surprise portrait, and it was lovely to hear how happy the recipient was upon receiving such a thoughtful gift from great friends!

Texture in an acrylic painting of a Fawn Boxer dog called Obie

Boxer dog acrylic painting in a teak coloured frame

"Hi Karen, Your painting brought tears to my eyes and a huge smile to my lips. Thank you! I love it. He's home and on my wall."

ACRYLIC Paintings

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Bailey the Pug/Jack Russell cross - pet portrait commission progress

18/7/2016

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Drawing in the eyes on a jack russell pug coloured pencil portrait

Drawing the fine hairs on a coloured pencil pet portrait

Progress so far of a coloured pencil jack russell pug pencil portrait with caran dache luminance pencils

This is Bailey a Jack Russell/Pug cross, completed in coloured pencils for a returning customer. The first portrait I completed for them, was of their little Jack Russell, Casey, who they had recently lost, sadly, Bailey followed his friend a few months later.

This portrait of Bailey was adapted to also include the floorboards that Casey was pictured laying on, in his portrait, to ensure continuity and balance. Bailey was originally sat on a green striped rug, but adaptations are easy to make if requested by the customer.

View Casey's portrait

Thinking of booking your own commission?

You can take a look at my COLOURED PENCIL ART GALLERY to see more pet portraits created in coloured pencils and if you wish to find out more about booking your own commission with me, you can find out more HERE. You can also fill in the BOOKING form to request a no-obligation quote or place your booking. Should you need help at any time, feel free to get in touch: karenmberisfordart@gmail.com or call me on: 07854 677416

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A busy week in the Newbiggin Art Studio

10/5/2016

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It has been quiet on both my social media & news blog, with progress posts somewhat lacking. However, I have been quietly busy with drawings and paintings recently and wanted to share some updates.

Acrylic paintings

I am working on a double portrait of my friend and her daughter for their upcoming birthdays in May and June. I have been layering the skin tones to create a realistic effect, and I still have some work to do. I used Burnt Umber as a base for the hair and added lighter strands. The stripey top is still in progress, but I plan to finish the painting by the weekend. I also have paintings of a Springer Spaniel and a Boxer dog near completion, but these are not commissions, so I will leave them untouched for a few weeks while I focus on paid work.

Coloured pencil portraits

Coloured pencil portrait of a Jack Russell/pug cross

Bailey - Jack Russell/Pug cross

Coloured pencil drawing of an Airedale/Paterdale dog

Dave - Airedale/Paterdale cross

Currently, I am working on two commissions using coloured pencils. One is a crossbreed of Airedale and Paterdale, while the other is Jack Russell and Pug. The Jack Russell, named Bailey, is in the early stages, adding the final details once all layers are complete. Meanwhile, I am adding final touches to Dave's Airedale portrait's background and fine details.
If you wish to view more of my pencil drawings, you can find more at the COLOURED PENCIL GALLERY

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Recently completed Commissions of a Pusscat, Jack Russell/Pug & a Fawn Boxer Dog

Murphie - Large Traditional Heart Memorial portrait

Bailey - 10" x 12" Coloured pencil pet portrait

Obe - 11" x 14" Boxer Dog Acrylic painting

Bailey the Pug/Jack Russell cross - pet portrait commission progress

Thinking of booking your own commission?

A busy week in the Newbiggin Art Studio

Acrylic paintings

Coloured pencil portraits

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Recently completed Commissions of a Pusscat, Jack Russell/Pug & a Fawn Boxer Dog

Murphie - Large Traditional Heart Memorial portrait

Bailey - 10" x 12" Coloured pencil pet portrait

Obe - 11" x 14" Boxer Dog Acrylic painting

Bailey the Pug/Jack Russell cross - pet portrait commission progress

Thinking of booking your own commission?

A busy week in the Newbiggin Art Studio

Acrylic paintings

Coloured pencil portraits

Author

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Archives

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​COMMISSIONS

​HELP & INFORMATION

SERVICES

COMMISSIONS

HELP & INFORMATION